Stocks to buy

The mining sector is one of the most dynamic yet controversial industries to be investing in. When we talk about mining stocks, there are a plethora of different commodities to explore. There is silver, gold and iron ore, of course, but beyond that there are rare earth minerals that make our daily lives convenient. Tungsten,

Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) gained altitude recently after obtaining a new certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). It moves the eVTOL leader one step closer to its goal of commercializing its business next year. Although it is helping to create an entirely new industry from the ground

Wall Street rarely sees two trends like artificial intelligence (AI) and stock-split euphoria competing for attention. AI drove record highs for major indices in 2024, while stock splits, though cosmetic, also fueled market excitement for certain names. Stock splits come in forward or reverse types, with forward splits being more popular among investors. Forward splits

Long-term stocks are, by definition, stocks that investors plan to hold for a year or longer. Owning these stocks allows investors to ignore the daily ups and downs of the market. These are known as sleep-at-night stocks, and they never go out of style.   That strategy was put to the test in the last

Editor’s note: This article was previously published with the title, “ChatGPT’s Creator is Betting Big on This ‘Limitless Energy’ Breakthrough,” in June 2024. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available. For a moment, imagine a world of limitless energy – where there’s so much energy produced that everyone, everywhere, can

Investors have many reasons for investing in plant-based food stocks. Whether they have a personal penchant for socially responsible investing or are just looking to make some cold hard cash in a burgeoning industry, there are many companies to consider.  But there are also a lot of ups and downs in the vegan-friendly and plant-based

Social networks have changed how we interact with the world and consume information. It’s easier to see what people are up to when they regularly post about their lives on these platforms. Many businesses have noticed the soaring amount of hours people spend on social media each day. Companies have created accounts on many of

Wall Street has rewarded certain growth stocks handsomely this year. I believe now may be an opportune time to buy some of these high-flyers, even after the recent tech selloff. Most of the stocks I’ll be discussing today are outside the tech sector. I think they have a great chance to continue their upward trajectory.

The rotation out of technology stocks appears to have been short-lived. With second-quarter earnings season underway and the mega-cap technology companies reporting their results, we’re reminded yet again why tech stocks lead the market and are the best growth securities that investors can own. Whether it’s artificial intelligence (AI), cryptocurrencies, cloud computing, streaming, or e-commerce

Wireless charging tech is set to have an outsized impact on many industries. With the technology gaining importance in the various fields of consumer electronics, automotive, and more, the best wireless charging stocks are expected to have great growth potential.  New innovations in wireless charging systems, including inductive and resonant charging, have made the process

Investors eyeing growth should consider top uranium stocks. As AI and tech demand high energy, the U.S. power grid may struggle. Despite the efficiency of advanced technologies, substantial energy consumption (and incredible growth on this front) is unavoidable. Uranium’s energy density makes it a crucial power source for humanity’s future needs. Notably, Kazakhstan’s plan to

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has been a tech leader in advancement and related financial success. However, recent developments in its AI capabilities may push Apple stock for even greater growth. The release of a 7 billion-parameter open-source language model is vital in Apple’s AI strategy. This move boosts Apple’s technological edge in the AI market and solidifies its ecosystem. 

The stock market is constantly evolving, with many companies grabbing the headlines in the wake of new innovations. Over the last year, the focus on strong buy stocks tied to artificial intelligence is showing signs of a slowdown.  While these companies, in most cases, deserve the spotlight, sometimes it can become a little overblown. Currently,

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) represent one of the best ways to get exposure to investing in real estate without having to take on the risks and capital expenditures of purchasing your own property. When buying into a REIT, investors are essentially giving their money as a loan to a capital management firm, which then

Quantum computing is a burgeoning field in advanced computation technology that has the capabilities to outpace the computing prowess of generative artificial intelligence (AI). Generative AI came into the spotlight early last year with OpenAI’s release of ChatGPT. Now swaths of companies are trying to leverage large language models (LLMs) to build their own generative

The Global X Solar ETF (NASDAQ:RAYS) has slumped by more than 40% year-over-year (YOY), illustrating that investors have abandoned solar stocks. However, as an incurable contrarian, I believe the RAYS ETF’s downturn signals a buying opportunity within the solar industry. What’s my premise for the abovementioned claim? Well, the solar industry is forecasted to grow

After taking a backseat in the first half, the healthcare sector is finally coming to life. The rising odds of a Trump presidency have improved prospects for the industry, validating the case for increasing positions in healthcare stocks to buy now. Regardless of who wins in November, the long-term story for healthcare stocks remains very

Betting on the top hidden gem stocks could potentially take your investment portfolio to the next level. In a year dominated by a handful of tech giants, broadening your portfolio to include high-potential stocks becomes imperative. These stocks have flown under-the-radar, but are positioned for substantial gains ahead of a broader market rally expected later

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock just got an interesting bit of news. The Wall Street Journal reported Meta was in talks to acquire a minority stake in EssilorLuxottica (OTCMKTS:ESLOY), the parent of Ray-Ban sunglasses. Meta Platforms stock could benefit from the deal. For those unfamiliar with the 1983 movie Risky Business, Tom Cruise’s character wore a pair

For the last two years, investors in consumer staples stocks saw every tiny step forward smacked down by two large steps back. Therefore, the 900+-point gain in the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) the week of July 15 was noteworthy. It suggested that the long-awaited “sector rotation” was finally underway.  Over the past two years,